Testimonials
Brittney
“I love it so much. It makes me relaxing and stretch. I feel comfortable doing it. It helps me do cheer a lot. It makes me so good.”
Marissa
Listen to Marissa share her excitement after completing Move Through Yoga’s teacher training. As a 6th-grade educator working with students with affective needs, she can’t wait to bring adaptive yoga techniques into her classroom — especially the tools that help channel high energy into calm focus and self-regulation. Marissa’s story reminds us that adaptive yoga isn’t just for the mat — it’s a toolkit for emotional balance, attention, and empowerment in every learning environment.
Gwen
“We came here not knowing what to expect and not knowing what Gwen’s abilities really were…We have just been really amazed at how calm Gwen was. We really recommend this to anyone. You really don’t know what they are capable of until you see it for yourself.”
Watch Erin share how Move Through Yoga teachers thoughtfully adapt every movement to include all participants—and how adaptive yoga classes bring joy and peace each Monday morning.
Listen to one participant share how, after practicing adaptive yoga with Move Through Yoga for the first time, he experienced one of the best nights of sleep he’s had in years. This is the power of mindful movement and nervous system regulation — when every stretch, every breath, and every adaptation is offered with care, the body remembers what it means to rest.
Listen to Brandon share how Move Through Yoga’s adaptive yoga program has brought a new sense of intentional calmness to his students. He reflects on how MTY’s clear, step-by-step instruction made each movement accessible and digestible — allowing every student to engage, succeed, and carry those lessons beyond the mat. Brandon also highlights how partner work has been especially powerful, fostering social growth, trust, and meaningful connection among participants. Through adaptive yoga, his students aren’t just learning movement — they’re learning presence, cooperation, and confidence.
Hear Coach Muller from West High School in Denver share how Move Through Yoga strengthened his students’ breathing, focus, and social-emotional skills. He highlights the positive, supportive environment MTY created, giving students the confidence to explore new poses and learn safely.
Jordan
Listen to Jordan, a Direct Support Professional, share how meaningful Move Through Yoga’s adaptive yoga sessions are for his participants. He explains that opportunities for this kind of movement and mindfulness are rare — making their time with MTY both beneficial and deeply special. Jordan emphasizes how the individualized accommodations provided by MTY instructors make all the difference, ensuring that every participant can engage fully, safely, and successfully. This is inclusion in action — movement designed for every body.
Sean
Listen to Sean share his reflections on the impact of Move Through Yoga’s adaptive yoga program. He recalls how powerful the breathing techniques were — how students became calm and regulated almost instantly, and how many later shared that those same tools helped them outside of class, too. Sean expressed how the guidance of MTY’s instructors gave him the confidence to work with a student with cerebral palsy, allowing him to witness firsthand the transformative effects of adaptive movement and inclusive methodologies. Moments like these remind us why this work matters — because every student deserves to feel calm, capable, and connected.
Andrew
Listen to Andrew, a direct support specialist at a day program, share his experience partnering with Move Through Yoga. He reflects on how much he and the participants look forward to their weekly adaptive yoga sessions — and how meaningful it is to witness every individual fully included and engaged. Andrew was deeply impressed by the way MTY instructors arrive prepared with thoughtful accommodations, ensuring that every movement meets the needs and abilities of each participant. This is what true inclusion looks like — yoga for every body and every mind.
reflections and experiences
Feedback from parents and educational partners about the difference adaptive yoga is making.
"Move Through Yoga's LMS program has given me the opportunity to bring adaptive yoga to The
Traveling Gnomes (TTG, LLC.), a local disability travel agency. I am still fairly new to teaching yoga
to our peers, however, MTY's online program and 1:1 coaching sessions have given me the tools I
need to feel confident in teaching our clients. Some of our clients' favorite lessons and experiences
from this program have been MTY's miming activity and creating our best tree poses while out in
nature. Catch us locally and beyond incorporating more of Move Through Yoga's flows into our
travel!"
Mallory Gustin
The Traveling Gnomes
"In 2012, my family moved from Texas to Florida, bringing with it a fresh start—and new challenges. My son, Michael, who has Autism, struggled with the transition. During a meeting for Michael’s IEP, I met Stefanie from Move Through Yoga. She suggested Michael try yoga. That suggestion changed everything. Yoga became a form of Occupational Therapy for Michael, strengthening his body, improving his focus, and enhancing his social skills. It gave him the confidence to graduate and even helped him secure a job at a hospital. His passion for yoga led him to become the first person with Autism to achieve a 200-hour RYT certification. Now, he leads yoga workshops, raises money for autism programs, and inspires others daily.”
Randy Gorlano
Mother of Michael
“One thing that I have noticed is students are using the skills that are taught in Move Through Yoga,
on their own, during class. Teaching each other the power of the breath, that we all can use.”
Narissa Stahl
Adapted Physical Education
Denver Public Schools
Denver Public Schools
“I have learned a ton from you specifically and the program! THANK YOU! It's really been a great
resource and having the chance to learn, model, and do has been great for me as a teacher
too!”
Erica Schutte
Dean Of Students
Wayne Carle Middle School
Wayne Carle Middle School
“I think in general having the time and space to devote to practicing yoga where all students felt and
found success is critical to student wellbeing”
Molly Mason
Special Education Teacher
Denver Public Schools
Denver Public Schools
“I have noticed that a lot of my students have had an increase in social skills, and their
communication skills.”
Kristy Bates
Multi-Intensive Special Ed. TEacher
Denver Public Schools
Denver Public Schools
“Move Through Yoga has been really inspirational for our class, to have you come into our room, it really changed the expectations and the dynamics for some students, and how they can follow directions and participate.”
Katie Ryan
Adapted Physical Education Teacher
Denver Public Schools
Denver Public Schools
"Not only does MTY work to improve students' physical abilities, but also their social/emotional skills, mental health and wellness, trust, and multiple coping mechanisms. We have been able to incorporate MTY into 3 high schools and the results have been fabulous."
Vinne Pokornowski
(Former) Adapted Physical Education Instructional Curriculum Specialist, DPS.
“We talk to our students about the importance of balance, flexibility, and core strength and how
important those are for physical fitness and everyday activities. Our students are embracing the
practice and we celebrate Yoga Wednesday, every week.“
Jamie Leeburg
Physical Education Teacher
Jefferson Public Schools
Jefferson Public Schools
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